STARTING AT
$1754.31
per person
Celebrity Xcel
7 NIGHT CRUISE
SAILING FROM
Barcelona, Spain on Jun 19th, 2027
DISEMBARK
Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Jun 26th, 2027
7 Nights

Barcelona feels alive and expressive, sunlit streets, sea air drifting through plazas, bold architecture, and a rhythm that blends beach life with deep culture.
Your cruise departs from Barcelona, Spain on the Celebrity Xcel, carrying thousands of passengers. Fly in the day before to protect against flight disruptions - the ship won't wait. If you're given an assigned boarding time, showing up earlier sometimes works but isn't guaranteed. Complete your online check-in before arrival. Fresh produce, seafood, and friendly exchanges reflect how food anchors social life here.

Valletta packs centuries of drama into golden stone streets, sea views from every corner, fortress walls, church domes, and café life humming under the Mediterranean sun.
You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Valletta, Malta, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. From the outside it looks restrained, but inside is one of the most richly decorated churches in Europe.

Rhodes offers medieval streets, sun kissed beaches, and vibrant local life, blending history, culture, and seaside charm for an unforgettable cruise stop.
The Celebrity Xcel will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Rhodes, Greece. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. Rhodes Old Town is a living museum of medieval streets, stone walls, and historic landmarks.

Santorini’s iconic whitewashed villages, cobalt-domed churches, and sunsets over the caldera create a cruise stop full of romance, history, and stunning views.
Your ship arrives in Santorini (Thira), Greece at 7:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Walk through Oia's narrow streets lined with whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches.

Mykonos sparkles with whitewashed streets, iconic windmills, lively nightlife, turquoise waters, and a vibrant Greek island charm.
You'll have 11 hours hours to explore Mykonos, Greece, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Psarou Beach offers golden sand, clear waters, and a lively atmosphere with beachfront bars and restaurants.

Piraeus opens the door to Athens history, sunlit streets, ancient ruins, seaside cafés, and a timeless blend of classical wonders and modern Greek life.
Your cruise ends in Piraeus (Athens), Greece, where the Celebrity Xcel is scheduled to dock at 5:00 AM. With over 2,000 passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a one to two hour window - once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist lets you walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. From the Acropolis to lively plazas filled with cafés, the city balances ancient wonders with everyday Greek life.